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First-time homebuyers were warned at the beginning of the pandemic, and a lot didn’t listen. Now some are seeing exactly what the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) warned. MORE
Many people are eager to buy a home right now while affordability continues to be a highlight of the current housing market. However, a recent survey by Sparks Research shows that 20% of first-time homebuyers cite a lack of financial education as a barrier to homeownership. MORE
These are challenging times, and that’s why it’s essential that real estate leaders come together to discuss how to pivot in this rapidly changing environment to succeed despite new obstacles. MORE
International marketing competition recognizes the company’s rebrand as standout marketing strategy. The post COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE “TRANSPARENT REBRAND” WINS 2020 MARCOM PLATINUM AWARD appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter. MORE
The U.S. forbearance rate measuring the share of mortgages with suspended payments fell slightly to 5.9% last week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. MORE
The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller index of home prices in 19* U.S. cities rose 5.7% in August from a year ago, the greatest year-over-year gain since 2018, driven unsurprisingly by tightened supply amid record-low interest rates. The August increase was larger than the 4.8% MORE
After two weeks of slight declines , mortgage applications regained their footing last week, rising 1.7% from the week prior, according to a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association. MORE
Equity continues to rise, helping American homeowners secure a much more stable financial future. According to the most recent data from CoreLogic , the average homeowner gained $9,800 in equity over the past year. In addition, experts project 2020 home prices to continue rising. MORE
When transitioning into the private sector, many veterans find that the valuable skills they picked up during their training don’t always get recognized in the job market or help when it comes to finding suitable careers for veterans. MORE
The one economic sector that has blown away my estimates this year has been the new home sales market. I predicted peak year-to-date growth of 4.7% but this was before COVID-19, which temporarily crushed bond yields and mortgage rates. MORE
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Steve Prezant/Getty Images If you recently bought your first home, you’re probably feeling pretty overwhelmed by the whole experience. And somewhere in between setting up your house and getting to know all the neighbors, you may have overlooked one thing: the yard—or should we say, the yardwork. MORE
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For most people, buying a home is an exciting and emotional milestone. This can be especially true for veterans, who have likely spent years traveling between bases, and are looking for a place to finally call their own. MORE
Asteroom, a smartphone-based provider of mobile 3D home tours for real estate professionals, has announced a partnership with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach which gives agents access to Asteroom ’s 3D tour technology, image enhancement and 3D virtual staging capabilities. MORE
In the third quarter, luxury home sales jumped 41.5% , the biggest year-over-year shift since 2013, according to Redfin. And while real estate agents repping luxury homes aren’t seeing as many bidding wars as they did this summer , their respective housing markets are still crazy right now. MORE
In August, home prices increased 5.7 percent YoY, up from 4.8 percent in the previous month, according to the most recent S&P CoreLogic /Case-Shiller Indices. Year-over-year, the 10-City Composite increased 4.7 percent, up from 3.5 percent in the previous month. MORE
Most experts say: Don't use your 401(k) to pay off a mortgage. Luckily, you don't have to. There are plenty of other ways to pay off your mortgage early. MORE
In January, B.C. Before Covid), I had some lovely past clients put me in touch with some of their friends. Josh and Jamie had had a poor experience purchasing their first home and needed a fierce advocate in their corner. MORE
Earnnest, a digital earnest money service in the United States, recently released a native app to put digital earnest payment requests at real estate agents’ finger tips. MORE
Image: Antonio Guillem / Shutterstock.com. If you’re considering moving out of your parent’s home and into your first apartment, you’re probably pumped. Renting an apartment for the first time can be an exciting experience. MORE
Not only is this Saturday Halloween, but a rare Blue Moon will light up the night’s sky. A blue moon does not always appear to be blue in the sky, but rather when it occurs. MORE
Image: Orathai Mayoeh / Shutterstock.com. Selling your home should be a carefully orchestrated process, and the most important step is setting the right asking price. In fact, setting the price too high can have several unpleasant side effects, and it is often the main reason your home isn’t selling. MORE
This year’s housing market has been plagued with low inventory, rising home prices, and endless bidding wars, making it hard for some would-be homeowners to get their foot in the door. Will 2021 be any different? Or, will it be a good time to buy a home? MORE
The demand for homes this year is extraordinary as record-breaking numbers of hopeful buyers continue to shop for homes. In a normal year, the peak homebuying season comes to a close by early fall. However, 2020 is anything but a normal year, and the housing market is no exception. MORE
10-year mortgage rates are lower than 30- and 15-year rates. But payments are much higher. Find out: Are 10-year mortgage rates worth it for you? Mortgage Products Mortgage Rates Mortgage Strategy 10-year fixed mortgage rates 10-year mortgage rates 10-year refinance rates 10/1 ARM 10/1 ARM rates MORE
Canadian real estate markets aren’t yet in the clear, despite the surge in buying activity. RBC Capital Markets, in a note to institutional clients, is forecasting mortgage deferrals won’t rise until the second half of 2021. MORE
The number of houses for sale today is significantly lower than the high buyer activity in the current housing market. According to Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors ( NAR ): “There is no shortage of hopeful, potential buyers, but inventory is historically low.” ” When the demand for homes is higher than what’s available for sale, it’s a great time for homeowners to sell their house. MORE
From New York to California, these homes feature stained-glass elements that transmit light and transform it into color, creating accents that are both visually striking and vibrant. A Piece of San Francisco History. MORE
Popular government mortgage relief programs like HARP and FMERR have ended. But there's one mortgage relief refinance left. Find out if you qualify. Conventional Loans FHA Refinance Mortgage Strategy Refinance USDA Loans VA Loans VA Refinance MORE
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 28, 2020
After two weeks of slight declines , mortgage applications regained their footing last week, rising 1.7% from the week prior, according to a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 27, 2020
Many people are eager to buy a home right now while affordability continues to be a highlight of the current housing market. However, a recent survey by Sparks Research shows that 20% of first-time homebuyers cite a lack of financial education as a barrier to homeownership.
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The Morgtage Report
OCTOBER 30, 2020
Popular government mortgage relief programs like HARP and FMERR have ended. But there's one mortgage relief refinance left. Find out if you qualify. Conventional Loans FHA Refinance Mortgage Strategy Refinance USDA Loans VA Loans VA Refinance
Lighter Side of Real Estate
OCTOBER 27, 2020
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The Living Room
OCTOBER 29, 2020
In January, B.C. Before Covid), I had some lovely past clients put me in touch with some of their friends. Josh and Jamie had had a poor experience purchasing their first home and needed a fierce advocate in their corner.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 26, 2020
The one economic sector that has blown away my estimates this year has been the new home sales market. I predicted peak year-to-date growth of 4.7% but this was before COVID-19, which temporarily crushed bond yields and mortgage rates.
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The American Genius for Real Estate
OCTOBER 26, 2020
(HOMEOWNERSHIP) You see the term in the MLS for fixer uppers. You hear it when Realtors are working with first time buyers. But the term "starter home" shouldn't be in anyone's vocabulary.
Point2Homes
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Image: Antonio Guillem / Shutterstock.com. If you’re considering moving out of your parent’s home and into your first apartment, you’re probably pumped. Renting an apartment for the first time can be an exciting experience.
Coldwell Banker
OCTOBER 28, 2020
International marketing competition recognizes the company’s rebrand as standout marketing strategy. The post COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE “TRANSPARENT REBRAND” WINS 2020 MARCOM PLATINUM AWARD appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 27, 2020
This year’s housing market has been plagued with low inventory, rising home prices, and endless bidding wars, making it hard for some would-be homeowners to get their foot in the door. Will 2021 be any different? Or, will it be a good time to buy a home?
Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Equity continues to rise, helping American homeowners secure a much more stable financial future. According to the most recent data from CoreLogic , the average homeowner gained $9,800 in equity over the past year. In addition, experts project 2020 home prices to continue rising.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 27, 2020
In August, home prices increased 5.7 percent YoY, up from 4.8 percent in the previous month, according to the most recent S&P CoreLogic /Case-Shiller Indices. Year-over-year, the 10-City Composite increased 4.7 percent, up from 3.5 percent in the previous month.
Redfin
OCTOBER 27, 2020
For most people, buying a home is an exciting and emotional milestone. This can be especially true for veterans, who have likely spent years traveling between bases, and are looking for a place to finally call their own.
The Morgtage Report
OCTOBER 27, 2020
Most experts say: Don't use your 401(k) to pay off a mortgage. Luckily, you don't have to. There are plenty of other ways to pay off your mortgage early.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 27, 2020
The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller index of home prices in 19* U.S. cities rose 5.7% in August from a year ago, the greatest year-over-year gain since 2018, driven unsurprisingly by tightened supply amid record-low interest rates. The August increase was larger than the 4.8%
Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 29, 2020
The number of houses for sale today is significantly lower than the high buyer activity in the current housing market. According to Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors ( NAR ): “There is no shortage of hopeful, potential buyers, but inventory is historically low.” ” When the demand for homes is higher than what’s available for sale, it’s a great time for homeowners to sell their house.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 25, 2020
When transitioning into the private sector, many veterans find that the valuable skills they picked up during their training don’t always get recognized in the job market or help when it comes to finding suitable careers for veterans.
Better Dwelling
OCTOBER 23, 2020
First-time homebuyers were warned at the beginning of the pandemic, and a lot didn’t listen. Now some are seeing exactly what the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) warned.
Point2Homes
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Image: Orathai Mayoeh / Shutterstock.com. Selling your home should be a carefully orchestrated process, and the most important step is setting the right asking price. In fact, setting the price too high can have several unpleasant side effects, and it is often the main reason your home isn’t selling.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 23, 2020
In the third quarter, luxury home sales jumped 41.5% , the biggest year-over-year shift since 2013, according to Redfin. And while real estate agents repping luxury homes aren’t seeing as many bidding wars as they did this summer , their respective housing markets are still crazy right now.
Realtor.com
OCTOBER 27, 2020
Steve Prezant/Getty Images If you recently bought your first home, you’re probably feeling pretty overwhelmed by the whole experience. And somewhere in between setting up your house and getting to know all the neighbors, you may have overlooked one thing: the yard—or should we say, the yardwork.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 25, 2020
These are challenging times, and that’s why it’s essential that real estate leaders come together to discuss how to pivot in this rapidly changing environment to succeed despite new obstacles.
The Morgtage Report
OCTOBER 26, 2020
10-year mortgage rates are lower than 30- and 15-year rates. But payments are much higher. Find out: Are 10-year mortgage rates worth it for you? Mortgage Products Mortgage Rates Mortgage Strategy 10-year fixed mortgage rates 10-year mortgage rates 10-year refinance rates 10/1 ARM 10/1 ARM rates
Better Dwelling
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Canadian real estate markets aren’t yet in the clear, despite the surge in buying activity. RBC Capital Markets, in a note to institutional clients, is forecasting mortgage deferrals won’t rise until the second half of 2021.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 27, 2020
Asteroom, a smartphone-based provider of mobile 3D home tours for real estate professionals, has announced a partnership with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach which gives agents access to Asteroom ’s 3D tour technology, image enhancement and 3D virtual staging capabilities.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
OCTOBER 24, 2020
From New York to California, these homes feature stained-glass elements that transmit light and transform it into color, creating accents that are both visually striking and vibrant. A Piece of San Francisco History.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 27, 2020
Earnnest, a digital earnest money service in the United States, recently released a native app to put digital earnest payment requests at real estate agents’ finger tips.
The Morgtage Report
OCTOBER 23, 2020
We name the 9 best online mortgage lenders and review their offerings, service, flexibility, fees and rates. Essential reading for online borrowers.
Waterfront Properties
OCTOBER 28, 2020
Not only is this Saturday Halloween, but a rare Blue Moon will light up the night’s sky. A blue moon does not always appear to be blue in the sky, but rather when it occurs.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 26, 2020
The U.S. forbearance rate measuring the share of mortgages with suspended payments fell slightly to 5.9% last week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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